Neutering sterilizes a male dog so he’s incapable of parenting puppies. Many, many wonderful health and behavioral effects occur because he’s undergone “the big snip.” It’s a simple surgery, far more so than a spay. Under anesthesia, an incision is made in front of the … [Read more...] about Neutering Your Male Dog
Meningitis, Meningoencephalitis, Meningomyelitis in Dogs
Bacterial Meningitis and other Nervous System Infections in Dogs Much like in humans, the system of membranes which envelops the dog's central nervous system is called the meninges. If this system becomes inflamed, it is referred to as meningitis. Meningoencephalitis, … [Read more...] about Meningitis, Meningoencephalitis, Meningomyelitis in Dogs
HOW TO GET RID OF SKUNK ODOR
Everyone knows that tomato juice is handy for deskunking a dog, but it’s not the only old-time remedy that works to get rid of skunk odor from your dog. Some other ingredients to keep on hand in quantity in case of emergency include vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, and … [Read more...] about HOW TO GET RID OF SKUNK ODOR
Symptoms and Types of Kidney Failure in Dogs
Symptoms often occur gradually over an extended petriod of time. In addition, symptoms may vary and not all of those listed below will be seen in every dog : - Vomiting - Lethargy - Diarrhea - Constipation - Depression - Weight loss - Increased thirst - Lack of appetite … [Read more...] about Symptoms and Types of Kidney Failure in Dogs
Can Dogs Get Head Lice from Humans ?
Head lice is a common condition that affects children, especially those in grade school, as well as some adults. They are just one of a number of similar tiny parasites that can infest the skin and hair of living things, causing an infestation called pediculosis. Animals can be … [Read more...] about Can Dogs Get Head Lice from Humans ?